1986 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 165 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
Because 1986 Ford Granada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada will offer significantly more control. 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 (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Granada | Cooper Roadster |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
