1987 Mazda 929 vs. 1976 Mini Clubman
To start off, 1987 Mazda 929 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1976 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1976 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Mazda 929 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 1987 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Mini Clubman, 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, 1987 Mazda 929 (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 1976 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | 929 | Clubman |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2040 mm |
