2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 271 kg more than 1991 Porsche 968.
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, 1991 Porsche 968 (305 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (171 Nm). This means 1991 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 968 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 2989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |