2001 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Range Rover (222 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (129 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2001 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Range Rover (407 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 Nm). This means 2001 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2001 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Land Rover Range Rover | 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Range Rover | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
