1990 Ford Probe vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1990 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 45 kg more than 1990 Ford Probe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Probe | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Probe | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3713 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2466 mm |
