1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S

To start off, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,837 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 560 kg more than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata 1984 Mercedes-Benz S
Make Mazda Mercedes-Benz
Model MX-5 Miata S
Year Released 1998 1984
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1839 cc 3837 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 162 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1025 kg 1585 kg
Vehicle Length 3960 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1240 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2860 mm


 

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