2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 230 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |