1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Mini Clubman
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1971 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 834 kg more than 1971 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Mini 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Corvette | Clubman |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2040 mm |
