1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (320 HP) has 181 more horse power than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 405 kg more than 2003 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (168 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Camaro | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 139 HP |
Torque | 468 Nm | 168 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2270 mm |