1993 Volvo 460 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 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 460. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 160 kg more than 1993 Volvo 460. 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Volvo 460 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Volvo | Mini |
| Model | 460 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
