2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1998 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 99 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup 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, 1998 Nissan Pickup (245 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (171 Nm). This means 1998 Nissan Pickup 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 | 1998 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2960 mm |
