1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (159 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 258 kg more than 2009 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, 1995 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Ranger | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Ranger | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2340 mm |