1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1998 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Mustang weights approximately 365 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.
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, 1998 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 1998 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1998 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Mustang |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2580 mm |