1984 Audi 90 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 26 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, 2010 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 189 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, 1984 Audi 90 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | 90 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2466 mm |
