2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1988 Mini MK V
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mini MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mini MK V would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1988 Mini MK V. (41 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1988 Mini MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1451 kg more than 1988 Mini MK V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Mini MK V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mini MK V. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mini MK V. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1988 Mini MK V has manual transmission. 1988 Mini MK V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1988 Mini MK V | |
Make | Land Rover | Mini |
Model | Range Rover Sport | MK V |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2040 mm |