2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 346 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (230 Nm). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2013 Lotus Evora has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Lotus Evora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Mazda | Lotus |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Evora |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1439 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 |
