1986 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1986 Ford Thunderbird. (162 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 93 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 1986 Ford Thunderbird 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 1986 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Thunderbird. (241 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Thunderbird | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Thunderbird | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1432 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2547 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
