1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2012 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2012 Nissan Livina is newer by 21 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. Both 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2012 Nissan Livina are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Livina weights approximately 1450 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, 2012 Nissan Livina, 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, 2012 Nissan Livina (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2012 Nissan Livina | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Livina |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 83.6 mm |
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 | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |