1990 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 390 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Escort | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1562 mm |