1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 252 kg more than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman, 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, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman (241 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 983 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |