1989 Toyota Century vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Century. (154 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Century weights approximately 505 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Because 1989 Toyota Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper. 1989 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2010 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2010 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Toyota Century | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Toyota | Mini |
Model | Century | Cooper |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3713 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2466 mm |