1992 Ford Probe vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1992 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper weights approximately 45 kg more than 1992 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, 2011 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Probe | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Probe | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 181 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 | 4550 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2466 mm |
