1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 115 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Because 1995 Mazda RX-01 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 1995 Mazda RX-01. 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 (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mazda RX-01 | 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | RX-01 | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2614 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |