1988 Mazda 323 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 22 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1988 Mazda 323. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 425 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, 2010 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda 323. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | 323 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3713 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2466 mm |