1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. (182 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mini |
| Model | 190 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
