1988 Holden Commodore vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Commodore weights approximately 35 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Because 1988 Holden Commodore 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 1988 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1988 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Commodore | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Holden | Mini |
| Model | Commodore | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2466 mm |
