2010 Mini Cooper vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Crown weights approximately 110 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Because 1977 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 1977 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown. 1977 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 2010 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2010 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mini Cooper | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mini | Toyota |
Model | Cooper | Crown |
Year Released | 2010 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3713 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1684 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1407 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2466 mm | 2700 mm |