1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lotus Evora weights approximately 266 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 Lotus Evora (350 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (241 Nm). This means 2013 Lotus Evora 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 | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Mazda | Lotus |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Evora |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2575 mm |
