1985 Opel Rekord vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1985 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster weights approximately 130 kg more than 1985 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Opel Rekord 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 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster, 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Rekord. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Rekord | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
| Make | Opel | Mini |
| Model | Rekord | Cooper Roadster |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2466 mm |
