1992 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 1992 Jeep Wrangler and 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,459 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1992 Jeep Wrangler. (105 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1992 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 365 kg more than 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 1992 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1992 Jeep Wrangler (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (136 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Jeep Wrangler | 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Jeep | Mazda |
Model | Wrangler | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2459 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2270 mm |