1994 Renault 21 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,719 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1994 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster weights approximately 290 kg more than 1994 Renault 21. 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 Roadster (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault 21 | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
| Make | Renault | Mini |
| Model | 21 | Cooper Roadster |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1719 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
