1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2001 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2001 Nissan Primera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Primera weights approximately 355 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, 2001 Nissan Primera, 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, 2001 Nissan Primera (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Primera 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 | 2001 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Primera |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
