1988 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,830 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 90 kg more than 1988 Toyota Camry. 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 Countryman (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Toyota Camry | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Toyota | Mini |
Model | Camry | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1830 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4107 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2596 mm |