2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1998 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 1998 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 1998 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1998 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Mazda | Holden |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Commodore |
Year Released | 2010 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3995 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1245 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2329 mm | 2950 mm |