1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1996 Toyota Conquest
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Conquest would be higher. At 1,973 cc, 1996 Toyota Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Conquest (174 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Conquest should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Conquest weights approximately 91 kg more than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (162 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Conquest. (135 Nm). This means 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1996 Toyota Conquest | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1973 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1116 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2740 mm |
