1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (83 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 315 kg more than 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 1991 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 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Toyota Camry (164 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Camry |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
