1986 Audi 200 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 200 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman.
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, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 200 | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | 200 | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
