2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1994 Nissan Crew
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 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (166 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Crew weights approximately 49 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, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Crew. (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Crew.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1994 Nissan Crew | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Crew |
Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |