1999 Mahindra Bolero vs. 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata

To start off, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mahindra Bolero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mahindra Bolero would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra Bolero. (72 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 476 kg more than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata.

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, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra Bolero. (156 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra Bolero. 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata has automatic transmission and 1999 Mahindra Bolero has manual transmission. 1999 Mahindra Bolero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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