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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 323 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 79 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323.
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, 1989 Mazda 323 (164 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
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 | 1840 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1046 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
