1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 165 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 929 | 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | 929 | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |