2004 Mini Cooper vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 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 (114 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mini Cooper weights approximately 265 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mini Cooper (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mini Cooper | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | Cooper | 9 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
