1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 16 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan 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, 2009 Nissan Titan 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2009 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Titan |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 4060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 140 L |