1979 Ford Granada vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 385 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1979 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Granada | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
