1988 Ford Escort vs. 1988 Mini MK V
To start off, both 1988 Ford Escort and 1988 Mini MK V were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Escort (75 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Mini MK V. (41 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1988 Mini MK V.
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, 1988 Ford Escort (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mini MK V. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mini MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Escort | 1988 Mini MK V | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Escort | MK V |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 41 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
