1988 Buick Estate vs. 1979 Mini MK IV
To start off, 1988 Buick Estate is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mini MK IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mini MK IV would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1979 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1979 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Estate weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1979 Mini MK IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Buick Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Mini MK IV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mini MK IV. 1988 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1979 Mini MK IV has manual transmission. 1979 Mini MK IV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Estate | 1979 Mini MK IV | |
| Make | Buick | Mini |
| Model | Estate | MK IV |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2040 mm |
