1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2010 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2010 Nissan Tiida 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. Both 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2010 Nissan Tiida are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Tiida. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Tiida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 329 kg more than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 1993 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 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Tiida, 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, 2010 Nissan Tiida (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Tiida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2010 Nissan Tiida | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Tiida |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |