2008 Mini Cooper vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Because 1986 Peugeot 505 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 1986 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1986 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Mini | Peugeot |
| Model | Cooper | 505 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |
