1987 Ford Taurus vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Taurus (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Taurus weights approximately 205 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. 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, 1987 Ford Taurus (292 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Taurus | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Taurus | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2547 mm |
