1985 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. (127 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 335 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mini |
| Model | Golf | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3957 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
