1989 Venturi Cabriolet vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 85 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Because 1989 Venturi Cabriolet 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 Venturi Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Venturi Cabriolet (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1989 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Venturi Cabriolet | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Venturi | Mini |
Model | Cabriolet | Cooper |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2466 mm |