2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 1964 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1964 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1964 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 531 kg more than 1964 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-9 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Mini Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mini Countryman. 2009 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 1964 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 1964 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mazda CX-9 | 1964 Mini Countryman | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | CX-9 | Countryman |
Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3724 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2140 mm |