1988 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (45 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper weights approximately 455 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa. 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, 2011 Mini Cooper (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Opel | Mini |
| Model | Corsa | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
