1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 805 kg more than 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (136 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MX-5 Miata | SL |
Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |