2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 225 kg more than 1984 Renault 18. 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 18. 2009 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 1984 Renault 18 has manual transmission. 1984 Renault 18 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 1984 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | Cooper | 18 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
