2006 Mini Cooper vs. 1981 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Crown weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Because 1981 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 1981 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mini Cooper (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mini Cooper | 1981 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mini | Toyota |
Model | Cooper | Crown |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |