2010 Mini Cooper Clubman vs. 1984 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 130 kg more than 1984 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Celica 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 1984 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman, 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, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Celica. 1984 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman has manual transmission. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | 1984 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | Cooper Clubman | Celica |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3957 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1684 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2548 mm | 2620 mm |
