1989 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 209 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
Because 1989 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 Roadster (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jeep Cherokee | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
| Make | Jeep | Mini |
| Model | Cherokee | Cooper Roadster |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
