2008 Mini Cooper vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | Cooper | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
