1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 785 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Caprice 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 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster, 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 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Caprice | Cooper Roadster |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2466 mm |
