1996 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover (188 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (116 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Land Rover Range Rover | 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Range Rover | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |