2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 (118 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 200 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mini | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cooper | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
