1989 Audi 100 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | 100 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1432 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2547 mm |
