2002 Honda Accord vs. 1981 Mini MK IV
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mini MK IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mini MK IV would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1981 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1981 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 950 kg more than 1981 Mini MK IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mini MK IV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord 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, 2002 Honda Accord (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mini MK IV. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1981 Mini MK IV has manual transmission. 1981 Mini MK IV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1981 Mini MK IV | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Accord | MK IV |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2040 mm |
