1996 Mini MK VI vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1996 Mini MK VI is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 Mini MK VI. (41 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Mini MK VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1996 Mini MK VI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mini MK VI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mini MK VI. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mini MK VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mini MK VI | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | MK VI | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2320 mm |
