2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2000 Toyota GT1
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota GT1 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (159 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Toyota GT1. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota GT1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 255 kg more than 2000 Toyota GT1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota GT1. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota GT1.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2000 Toyota GT1 | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MX-5 Miata | GT1 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 72.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2810 mm |