1993 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 290 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper. 1993 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Mitsubishi Verada | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mini |
Model | Verada | Cooper |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3724 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2466 mm |