2006 Mini Cooper vs. 1989 Acura Integra
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper.
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, 2006 Mini Cooper (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini Cooper | 1989 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Mini | Acura |
| Model | Cooper | Integra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4355 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
