1993 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
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, 1993 Honda Accord (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Accord | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | Accord | Cooper Roadster |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1389 mm |