1992 Renault 19 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 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 35 kg more than 1992 Renault 19.
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 Renault 19 (166 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Renault 19 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Renault | Mini |
Model | 19 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1764 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3724 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |