1989 Mazda 323 vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 19 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 122 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper. 2008 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. 2008 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda 323 | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | 323 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
