1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 897 kg more than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 1990 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz G (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1990 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | G |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 983 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
