2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1614 kg more than 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (129 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Ram | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2270 mm |
