2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1969 Mini Clubman
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 263 more horse power than 1969 Mini Clubman. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1781 kg more than 1969 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mini Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover LR3 | 1969 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mini |
| Model | LR3 | Clubman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2040 mm |
