1992 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. Both 1992 Ford Escort and 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 170 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. 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, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Escort | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
