1997 Volvo S90 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo S90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo S90 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Volvo S90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S90 (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Mini Cooper. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S90 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S90 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Volvo S90 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 1997 Volvo S90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper, 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, 1997 Volvo S90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volvo S90 | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Volvo | Mini |
| Model | S90 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3713 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1407 mm |
