2007 Mini Cooper vs. 1991 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Supra (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Supra weights approximately 432 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Supra 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 1991 Toyota Supra. 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, 1991 Toyota Supra (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper. 2007 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 1991 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | Cooper | Supra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
