2007 Mini Cooper vs. 1985 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Cressida would be higher. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Cressida. (123 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Cressida.
Because 1985 Toyota Cressida is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Cressida. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 1985 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | Cooper | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
