2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1985 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Soarer. 1985 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1985 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1125 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |
