1989 Mazda 929 vs. 2003 Mini One
To start off, 2003 Mini One is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 929 (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Mini One. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda 929 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2003 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mini One, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 929 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda 929 | 2003 Mini One | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | 929 | One |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
