2008 Mini Cooper vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Supra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Supra weights approximately 342 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Because 1988 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 1988 Toyota Supra. 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mini Cooper | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Mini | Toyota |
Model | Cooper | Supra |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |