1989 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 2 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Accord | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1198 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
