1993 Chrysler Viper vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,985 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (164 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 1993 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chrysler Viper | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Viper | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7985 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| 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 Length | 4460 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
