1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 770 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Buick Roadmaster 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 1993 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper. 1993 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Buick Roadmaster | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Buick | Mini |
Model | Roadmaster | Cooper |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3723 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |