1998 Ford Laser vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser. 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Laser | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Laser | Cooper Coupe |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
