2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 35 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. 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 (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | Cooper | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
