1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1973 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 165 kg more than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Skyline, 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, 1973 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1973 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Skyline |
Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2650 mm |