2005 Mini Cooper vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper. 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini Cooper | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mini | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cooper | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
