1989 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (138 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 755 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (322 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Toyota | Mini |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2596 mm |
