2002 Mini Cooper vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2002 Mini Cooper is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini Cooper.
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, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (210 Nm). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2002 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2002 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mini Cooper | 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Mini | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cooper | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3110 mm |
