1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2004 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 2004 ZAZ Wagon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 245 kg more than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. 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, 2004 ZAZ Wagon, 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, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 ZAZ Wagon.
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1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2004 ZAZ Wagon | |
Make | Mazda | ZAZ |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Wagon |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1091 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2330 mm |