1990 Chevrolet Camaro 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 Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Camaro | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Camaro | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3133 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
