1985 Dodge Daytona vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Daytona. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Daytona.
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 Dodge Daytona (184 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Daytona | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Dodge | Mini |
| Model | Daytona | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2466 mm |
