1989 Dodge Daytona vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Daytona. (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 89 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman.
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 Clubman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Daytona. (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Daytona | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Dodge | Mini |
| Model | Daytona | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2548 mm |
