1988 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1975 Mini Clubman
To start off, 1988 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lincoln Town Car (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1975 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1975 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1975 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lincoln Town Car 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 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Mini Clubman, 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 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mini Clubman. 1988 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1975 Mini Clubman has manual transmission. 1975 Mini Clubman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lincoln Town Car | 1975 Mini Clubman | |
Make | Lincoln | Mini |
Model | Town Car | Clubman |
Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 3180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2040 mm |