1986 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Sprint would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 570 kg more than 1986 Chevrolet Sprint. 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 (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Sprint. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Sprint | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Sprint | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2466 mm |
