1988 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (110 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1988 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Mustang weights approximately 216 kg more than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 1988 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Mustang | 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Mustang | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2270 mm |