1988 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 125 kg more than 1988 Honda Civic. 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Civic | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | Civic | Cooper |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |