1989 Ford Meteor vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 23 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1989 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Meteor.
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, 2012 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Meteor | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Meteor | Cooper |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2466 mm |