2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 115 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 519 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | Cooper | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1644 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
