1988 Mini MK V vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1988 Mini MK V is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1988 Mini MK V. (41 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1988 Mini MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1988 Mini MK V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mini MK V. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mini MK V. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1988 Mini MK V has manual transmission. 1988 Mini MK V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mini MK V | 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Mini | Oldsmobile |
| Model | MK V | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3110 mm |
