1989 Buick Estate vs. 1969 Mini MK III
To start off, 1989 Buick Estate is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mini MK III would be higher. At 6,597 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1969 Mini MK III. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1969 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Estate weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1969 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Mini MK III, 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, 1989 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mini MK III. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mini MK III. 1989 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1969 Mini MK III has manual transmission. 1969 Mini MK III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Estate | 1969 Mini MK III | |
| Make | Buick | Mini |
| Model | Estate | MK III |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6597 cc | 1274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 645 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 |
