1995 Mazda RX-01 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 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 53 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 80 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | RX-01 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |
