2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1993 Nissan Presea
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Presea. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 65 kg more than 1993 Nissan Presea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Presea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (245 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Presea. (125 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1993 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Presea |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
