1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 10 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
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 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (170 Nm). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | RX-01 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |
