2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 241 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz E (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1994 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
