1993 Mazda Lantis vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda Lantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda Lantis would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda Lantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda Lantis (121 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Lantis should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda Lantis weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper. 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, 1993 Mazda Lantis (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda Lantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mazda Lantis | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | Lantis | Cooper |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |