1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2013 Mini Roadster.
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, 2013 Mini Roadster, 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 (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Roadster. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | 929 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2467 mm |
