1977 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2010 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 172 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Ford Granada 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 1977 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1977 Ford Granada (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper. 1977 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 2010 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2010 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Granada | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2791 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
