2005 Mini Cooper vs. 1994 Renault 19
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mini Cooper weights approximately 35 kg more than 1994 Renault 19.
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, 1994 Renault 19 (165 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm). This means 1994 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini Cooper | 1994 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | Cooper | 19 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
