1998 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 215 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic. 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic. 2008 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Civic | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | Civic | Cooper |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |