1993 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1993 Ford Sierra. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 125 kg more than 1993 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Ford Sierra 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 1993 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper, 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Sierra. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Sierra | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Sierra | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
