1994 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1994 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 265 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Because 1994 Ford Mustang 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 1994 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Mustang | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Mustang | Cooper |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |