1994 Ford Laser vs. 1994 Mini MK VI
To start off, both 1994 Ford Laser and 1994 Mini MK VI were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1994 Mini MK VI. (41 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1994 Mini MK VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Laser weights approximately 385 kg more than 1994 Mini MK VI. 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, 1994 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mini MK VI. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mini MK VI.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Laser | 1994 Mini MK VI | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Laser | MK VI |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2040 mm |