1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2000 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2000 Toyota Mark II is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mark II (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 595 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, 2000 Toyota Mark II (378 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2000 Toyota Mark II has automatic transmission and 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Mark II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2000 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Mark II |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |