1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 330 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 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Impreza |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |