1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 1,804 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper weights approximately 63 kg more than 1987 Ford RS 200.
Because 1987 Ford RS 200 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 1987 Ford RS 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1987 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1987 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford RS 200 | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | RS 200 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 50 L |