1987 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 247 kg more than 2010 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, 1987 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. 1987 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman has manual transmission. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac DeVille | 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mini |
| Model | DeVille | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3957 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2548 mm |
