1988 Toyota Carina vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 243 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Toyota Carina | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Toyota | Mini |
Model | Carina | Cooper |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1414 mm |