2007 Mini Cooper vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 340 kg more than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mini Cooper | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Mini | Toyota |
Model | Cooper | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |