1987 Mazda MX-6 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda MX-6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda MX-6 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda MX-6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1987 Mazda MX-6. (110 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda MX-6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 135 kg more than 1987 Mazda MX-6. 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda MX-6. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda MX-6.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda MX-6 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | MX-6 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2466 mm |