2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1993 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 295 kg more than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2004 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 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 1993 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (170 Nm). This means 1993 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1993 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2860 mm |
