2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1445 kg more than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | Mazda | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 108 L |
