2008 Mini Cooper vs. 1978 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 170 kg more than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
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, 1978 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 1978 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Cooper | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
