1992 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2002 Mini Cooper is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini Cooper.
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, 1992 Honda Accord (184 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 1992 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Accord | 2002 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Accord | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
