1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 14 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 530 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (380 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (241 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Mustang |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 380 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |