1977 Mazda 929 vs. 1998 Mini MK VII
To start off, 1998 Mini MK VII is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mini MK VII (96 HP @ 6130 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mini MK VII should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 929 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1998 Mini MK VII.
Because 1977 Mazda 929 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 1977 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mini MK VII, 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, 1977 Mazda 929 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mini MK VII. (115 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mini MK VII.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mazda 929 | 1998 Mini MK VII | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | 929 | MK VII |
Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6130 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2040 mm |