2008 Mini Cooper vs. 1993 Volvo 460
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 85 kg more than 1993 Volvo 460.
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, 1993 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Mini | Volvo |
| Model | Cooper | 460 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
