1989 Mazda 323 vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 280 kg more than 1989 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (103 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323. 2007 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 1989 Mazda 323 has manual transmission. 1989 Mazda 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mazda 323 | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | 323 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.3:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |