1987 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 190 kg more than 1987 Honda Prelude. 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Prelude | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Prelude | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
