1984 Audi 90 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 29 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 35 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | 90 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2467 mm |
