1989 Toyota Carina 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 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 215 kg more than 1989 Toyota Carina. 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Toyota Carina | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Toyota | Mini |
Model | Carina | Cooper |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2467 mm |