1992 Ford Fairlane 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 Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 380 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Because 1992 Ford Fairlane 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 1992 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman, 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, 1992 Ford Fairlane (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. 1992 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman has manual transmission. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Fairlane | 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Fairlane | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2550 mm |
