2008 Mini Cooper vs. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
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, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 1991 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Mini | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cooper | Corsica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
