1987 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1987 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 340 kg more than 1987 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman 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 Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Accord. (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Accord | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Accord | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2596 mm |
