2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1987 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Pulsar 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 (172 HP) has 112 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Pulsar. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Pulsar.
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 (240 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Pulsar. (102 Nm). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 1987 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Cooper | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
