2001 Ford Econoline vs. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2001 Ford Econoline is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (116 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1993 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, 2001 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Econoline | 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Econoline | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2270 mm |