1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 492 kg more than 1999 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Hilux |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 134 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |