2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1993 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Villager weights approximately 653 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2005 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 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Villager, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1993 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Villager |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2860 mm |
