1992 Holden Commodore vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1992 Holden Commodore. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Commodore weights approximately 185 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Because 1992 Holden Commodore 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 1992 Holden Commodore. 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, 1992 Holden Commodore (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Commodore | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Holden | Mini |
| Model | Commodore | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2466 mm |
