1969 Mazda Luce vs. 1989 Mini MK V
To start off, 1989 Mini MK V is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Mini MK V. (41 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1989 Mini MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 420 kg more than 1989 Mini MK V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Mazda Luce 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 1969 Mazda Luce. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Mini MK V, 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, 1969 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mini MK V. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mini MK V.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mazda Luce | 1989 Mini MK V | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | Luce | MK V |
Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2040 mm |