2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1990 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 371 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 505. 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (171 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1990 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 505 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 161 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2910 mm |