2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera 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 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Sera. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 294 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera. 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 (261 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mini Cooper | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
Make | Mini | Toyota |
Model | Cooper | Sera |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 261 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |