1982 Porsche 944 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 944 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Because 1982 Porsche 944 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 1982 Porsche 944. 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 (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Porsche 944 | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Porsche | Mini |
Model | 944 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2479 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3713 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |