1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 2004 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Shadow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Shadow would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Shadow weights approximately 143 kg more than 2004 Mini Cooper. 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, 1989 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Shadow | 2004 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Dodge | Mini |
| Model | Shadow | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
