1979 Mazda RX-2 vs. 2004 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1979 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mini Cooper weights approximately 165 kg more than 1979 Mazda RX-2.
Because 1979 Mazda RX-2 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 1979 Mazda RX-2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper, 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, 1979 Mazda RX-2 (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda RX-2 | 2004 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | RX-2 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |