1992 Dodge Spirit vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Spirit would be higher. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Spirit.
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, 1992 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Spirit | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Dodge | Mini |
| Model | Spirit | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
