2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 586 kg more than 2006 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, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1960 mm |