1994 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Mini One
To start off, 2001 Mini One is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mini One (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Escort weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 Mini One.
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, 2001 Mini One (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Escort | 2001 Mini One | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Escort | One |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
