1981 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 32 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 15 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
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, 2013 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, 1981 Ford Granada (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Granada | Cooper |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3723 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2467 mm |