1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 160 kg more than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Quest is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (137 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2008 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Quest |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3160 mm |