2007 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1969 Mini Clubman
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 38 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1969 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1969 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 2024 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 2007 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2007 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mini Clubman. 2007 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1969 Mini Clubman has manual transmission. 1969 Mini Clubman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Discovery | 1969 Mini Clubman | |
Make | Land Rover | Mini |
Model | Discovery | Clubman |
Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2040 mm |