1986 Audi 90 vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 90 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 165 kg more than 1986 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | 90 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
