2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 235 kg more than 2007 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 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 1994 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Mustang |
Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2580 mm |