2007 Mini Cooper vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra would be higher. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra.
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, 2007 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (125 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | Cooper | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
