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Mazda MX-5 Miata

General information

ModelMazda MX-5 Miata
Year1989
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating66.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power117.60 PS (86 kW or 116 HP) at 6500 Rev. per min.
Max torque137 Nm (14.0 kgf-m or 101.1 ft.lbs) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke78.0 x 83.6 mm (3.1 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed188.0 km/h (116.8 mph)
0-60 miles8.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1212 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space2270 litres (600 gallons)
Cargo space144 litres (38 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (389.8 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight970 kg (2,138.5 pounds)
Overall length3950 mm (155.5 inches)
Overall width1680 mm (66.1 inches)
Overall height1230 mm (48.4 inches)
Ground clearance110 mm (4.3 inches)
Wheelbase2270 mm (89.4 inches)
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