2008 Mini Cooper vs. 1984 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Because 1984 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Toyota Blizzard (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mini Cooper | 1984 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Mini | Toyota |
Model | Cooper | Blizzard |
Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |