2004 Mini Cooper vs. 1988 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2004 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, 1988 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 1988 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mini Cooper | 1988 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Mini | Pontiac |
| Model | Cooper | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
