1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 401 kg more than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 230 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |