2006 Mini Cooper vs. 1990 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Terrano (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 530 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Nissan Terrano (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper. 2006 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 1990 Nissan Terrano has manual transmission. 1990 Nissan Terrano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini Cooper | 1990 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Cooper | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
