1996 Dodge Stealth vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 489 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 1996 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Stealth | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
| Make | Dodge | Mini |
| Model | Stealth | Cooper Roadster |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2466 mm |
