1983 Mini MK V vs. 2011 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mini MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mini MK V would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1983 Mini MK V. (41 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mini MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 961 kg more than 1983 Mini MK V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mini MK V. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mini MK V. 2011 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 1983 Mini MK V has manual transmission. 1983 Mini MK V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mini MK V | 2011 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Mini | Mazda |
| Model | MK V | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2751 mm |
