1972 Chevrolet DeVille vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet DeVille would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille weights approximately 589 kg more than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (495 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | DeVille | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2340 mm |
