1993 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 115 kg more than 1993 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Escort | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Escort | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2467 mm |
