1985 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Cadillac Seville (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 449 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper. 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, 1985 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper. 1985 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Cadillac Seville | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mini |
| Model | Seville | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2466 mm |
