1997 Daewoo Brougham vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daewoo Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daewoo Brougham would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Daewoo Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1997 Daewoo Brougham. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1997 Daewoo Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 371 kg more than 1997 Daewoo Brougham. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daewoo Brougham | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
| Model | Brougham | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
