1991 Audi 80 vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 80. (182 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | 80 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
