2006 Mini Cooper vs. 1987 Holden Camira
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 114 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini Cooper weights approximately 65 kg more than 1987 Holden Camira.
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, 1987 Holden Camira (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini Cooper | 1987 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Mini | Holden |
| Model | Cooper | Camira |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
