1985 GMC Suburban 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 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1985 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Suburban weights approximately 945 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Because 1985 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 GMC Suburban 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 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper. 1985 GMC Suburban 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 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 GMC Suburban | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | GMC | Mini |
| Model | Suburban | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2466 mm |
