1994 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Civic would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Countryman weights approximately 355 kg more than 1994 Honda Civic.
Because 2013 Mini Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Countryman will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Mini Countryman (281 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Civic | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Civic | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
