1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1986 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1986 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Eldorado (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Mini Cooper | 1986 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 4080 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2750 mm |
