1978 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2012 Mini Cooper

To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 365 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper.

Because 1978 Ford Crown Victoria 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 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria (353 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Ford Crown Victoria 2012 Mini Cooper
Make Ford Mini
Model Crown Victoria Cooper
Year Released 1978 2012
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5766 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 181 HP
Engine RPM 3200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1660 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 5320 mm 3729 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1684 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1415 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2466 mm


 

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