1985 Mazda 121 vs. 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 121. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 420 kg more than 1985 Mazda 121. 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, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 121. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mazda 121 | 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | 121 | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1138 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |