1984 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster weights approximately 371 kg more than 1984 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Escort | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Escort | Cooper Roadster |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2466 mm |