1988 Mini MK V vs. 1984 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1988 Mini MK V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1988 Mini MK V. (41 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1988 Mini MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 555 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.
Because 1984 Toyota Soarer 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 1984 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Mini MK V, 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, 1984 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mini MK V. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mini MK V. 1984 Toyota Soarer 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. 1984 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mini MK V | 1984 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | MK V | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |
