2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1984 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (261 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mini Cooper | 1984 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Mini | Pontiac |
Model | Cooper | 6000 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 261 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |