1987 Mazda 626 vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 626 (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2013 Mini Coupe. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 626 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe. 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, 1987 Mazda 626 (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Coupe. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 626 | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | 626 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1378 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2467 mm |
