1998 Isuzu Hombre vs. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Isuzu Hombre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Isuzu Hombre would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Isuzu Hombre is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1998 Isuzu Hombre (190 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (189 Nm). This means 1998 Isuzu Hombre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 1998 Isuzu Hombre has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Isuzu Hombre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Isuzu Hombre | 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Hombre | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
