2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1993 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Cressida (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Toyota Cressida is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Toyota Cressida (279 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 1993 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | Cooper | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
