1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1997 Porsche Boxster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 284 kg more than 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Boxster |
Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2360 mm |