1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 890 kg more than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 1991 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz G 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 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | G |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
