1984 Renault 25 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (123 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 25 kg more than 1984 Renault 25.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Renault 25 (182 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Renault | Mini |
| Model | 25 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
