2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Magna. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 20 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, 1986 Mitsubishi Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper. 2009 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 1986 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 1986 Mitsubishi Magna 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 | 1986 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Mini | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cooper | Magna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |
