1990 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Granada would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 125 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 1990 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Ford Granada (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Granada | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Granada | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2547 mm |
