1981 Ford Granada vs. 1992 Rover Mini
To start off, 1992 Rover Mini is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1992 Rover Mini. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 680 kg more than 1992 Rover Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Rover Mini, 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, 1981 Ford Granada (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover Mini. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1992 Rover Mini | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Granada | Mini |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 70.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2040 mm |
