1985 Audi 90 vs. 2004 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 90 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mini Cooper weights approximately 95 kg more than 1985 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Audi 90 (168 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 1985 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 2004 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | 90 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
