2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1993 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (158 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 80 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, 1993 Venturi Coupe (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata has automatic transmission and 1993 Venturi Coupe has manual transmission. 1993 Venturi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1993 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Mazda | Venturi |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Coupe |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |