2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1989 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 1989 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1989 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Mazda | Venturi |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Coupe |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1250 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |