1984 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 295 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Jetta (158 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mini |
| Model | Jetta | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
