1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2006 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 12 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 2,606 cc, 2006 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Drifter (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Drifter 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 | 2006 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |
