1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1992 Porsche 964
To start off, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 964. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 964 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 964 weights approximately 215 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 1992 Porsche 964 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, 1992 Porsche 964 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, 1992 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 964 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 | 1992 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 964 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 73 L |
