1985 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 620 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Astro 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 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Astro | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Astro | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2467 mm |
