2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1992 Porsche 928
To start off, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 928 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2003 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, 1992 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1992 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 928 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |