2005 Mini Cooper vs. 1984 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mini Cooper weights approximately 460 kg more than 1984 Nissan Micra. 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, 2005 Mini Cooper (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Micra. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Micra. 2005 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 1984 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 1984 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini Cooper | 1984 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Cooper | Micra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
