2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1994 Porsche 928
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 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (166 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 928 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Porsche 928 (409 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 928 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 | 1994 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 928 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 76 L |
