1985 Audi 200 vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 200 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | 200 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
