1984 Audi 90 vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 259 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | 90 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
