1996 Ford Indigo vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Indigo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (158 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo 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 5 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Indigo has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Indigo | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Indigo | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 549 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2340 mm |