1983 Maserati Merak vs. 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Maserati Merak. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati Merak would be higher. At 1,999 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Merak is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Merak (157 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Merak should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati Merak weights approximately 384 kg more than 1995 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.
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1983 Maserati Merak | 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | Merak | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |