2004 Mini Cooper vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mini Cooper weights approximately 170 kg more than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 1980 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mini Cooper | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | Cooper | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
