1986 Opel Omega vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Omega would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 90 kg more than 1986 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Omega | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Opel | Mini |
| Model | Omega | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1432 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2547 mm |
