1990 Chevrolet APV vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet APV. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 375 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
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, 2009 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet APV. 1990 Chevrolet APV has automatic transmission and 2009 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2009 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet APV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet APV | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | APV | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
