1988 Mazda 323 vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1988 Mazda 323. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 305 kg more than 1988 Mazda 323. 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 (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda 323. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Mazda 323 | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | 323 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |