1984 Buick Electra 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 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 395 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 1984 Buick Electra 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 1984 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1984 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper. 1984 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Buick | Mini |
| Model | Electra | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
