1978 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 33 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Granada weights approximately 115 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
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, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman, 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Granada | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Granada | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
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 | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2596 mm |