1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 640 kg more than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2760 mm |
