1979 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Countryman weights approximately 493 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord.
Because 2013 Mini Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Countryman will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Mini Countryman (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Accord | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
