1989 Ford Taurus vs. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1989 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Taurus weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman.
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, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman (241 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Taurus | 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Taurus | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
