2005 Mini One vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Mini One is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mini One weights approximately 95 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
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 One (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini One | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | One | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
