1978 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Granada weights approximately 275 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Because 1978 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 1978 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, 1978 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Granada | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Granada | Cooper |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3713 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2466 mm |