2007 Mini Cooper vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 21 would be higher. At 2,067 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 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, 1986 Renault 21 (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | Cooper | 21 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2067 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
