2005 Honda That vs. 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Honda That is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda That 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda That. 2005 Honda That has automatic transmission and 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda That will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda That | 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | That | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 655 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2270 mm |
