1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Model F. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Model F weights approximately 365 kg more than 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 1984 Toyota Model F (162 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1984 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Model F |
Year Released | 1997 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2240 mm |