1997 Ford Maverick vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (140 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Maverick (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Maverick | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Maverick | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
