1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda RX-7 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 1998 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (294 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. (241 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda RX-7 | 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | RX-7 | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
