1999 Isuzu VX-02 vs. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 1999 Isuzu VX-02 and 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Isuzu VX-02 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Isuzu VX-02 (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (137 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Isuzu VX-02 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 1999 Isuzu VX-02 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Isuzu VX-02 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, 1999 Isuzu VX-02 (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (163 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Isuzu VX-02 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Isuzu VX-02 | 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | VX-02 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1230 mm |
