1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1984 Renault 11
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 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 90 kg more than 1984 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 11 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2490 mm |
