1982 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 135 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Because 1982 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 1982 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman, 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, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Granada | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
