1984 Nissan Laurel 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 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Laurel. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 225 kg more than 1984 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Nissan Laurel 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 Nissan Laurel. 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Laurel | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Nissan | Mini |
| Model | Laurel | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2467 mm |
