1987 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 26 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, 2013 Mini Coupe (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1987 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Coupe weights approximately 125 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.
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, 2013 Mini Coupe (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Accord. (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Accord | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | Accord | Coupe |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
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 | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3758 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1385 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2467 mm |