2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1986 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (134 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Model F weights approximately 237 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (163 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1986 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Model F |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2240 mm |
