2004 Mini Cooper vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 211 kg more than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Because 1979 Toyota Crown 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 1979 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper, 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, 1979 Toyota Crown (157 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 1979 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mini Cooper | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mini | Toyota |
Model | Cooper | Crown |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 157 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |