2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (170 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
