2009 Mini Cooper Clubman vs. 1975 Toyota Corona

To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 235 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1975 Toyota Corona 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman, 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, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman (241 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Mini Cooper Clubman 1975 Toyota Corona
Make Mini Toyota
Model Cooper Clubman Corona
Year Released 2009 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 172 HP 84 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 241 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.8 mm 77 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1235 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 3960 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2510 mm


 

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