2008 Mini Cooper vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (115 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 175 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Mini Cooper (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mini | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cooper | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
