1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 10 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 105 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.
Because 2008 Nissan Quest is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2008 Nissan Quest 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. 2008 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Quest |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |