1986 Dodge Charger vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Dodge Charger would be higher. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Charger.
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, 2007 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Charger | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Dodge | Mini |
| Model | Charger | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
