1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2002 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Solstice (240 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 335 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.
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, 2002 Pontiac Solstice (305 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Solstice 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 | 2002 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 305 Nm |
| 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 | 983 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2830 mm |
