1985 Ford Orion vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1985 Ford Orion. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 400 kg more than 1985 Ford Orion. 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, 2010 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Orion. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Orion | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Orion | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3713 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
