1993 Honda CRX vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (134 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 15 kg more than 1993 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda CRX, 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, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (163 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda CRX. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda CRX | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | CRX | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
