1996 Mini MK VI vs. 1996 Volvo V40
To start off, both 1996 Mini MK VI and 1996 Volvo V40 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,731 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V40 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1996 Mini MK VI. (41 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mini MK VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V40 weights approximately 610 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.
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, 1996 Volvo V40 (164 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mini MK VI. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V40 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 | 1996 Volvo V40 | |
Make | Mini | Volvo |
Model | MK VI | V40 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2570 mm |