1989 Ford Meteor vs. 1992 Rover Mini
To start off, 1992 Rover Mini is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Meteor (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1992 Rover Mini. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover Mini.
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, 1989 Ford Meteor (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover Mini. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Meteor | 1992 Rover Mini | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Meteor | Mini |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
