1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 112 kg more than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. 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, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata (137 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1977 Vauxhall Chevette | |
Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Chevette |
Year Released | 1989 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1256 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 61 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2400 mm |