1984 Toyota Camry vs. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 89 kg more than 1984 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Camry, 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, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Camry. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Toyota Camry | 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Camry | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1139 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2329 mm |