1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 17 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 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, 2010 Audi R8 (429 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 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 | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | R8 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 90 L |
