1993 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata

To start off, both 1993 Chrysler Voyager and 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chrysler Voyager (146 HP @ 4850 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 762 kg more than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1993 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 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Voyager, 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, 1993 Chrysler Voyager (241 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Chrysler Voyager 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata
Make Chrysler Mazda
Model Voyager MX-5 Miata
Year Released 1993 1993
Body Type Minivan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3301 cc 1839 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 146 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 4850 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 241 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 983 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 3960 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1240 mm


 

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