2009 Mini Cooper Clubman vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Celica weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Toyota Celica (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. (241 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | Cooper Clubman | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
