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Mazda MX-5

General information

ModelMazda MX-5
Year1992
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating59.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1596 ccm (97.39 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1596 ccm (97.39 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power117.60 PS (86 kW or 116 HP) at 6500 Rev. per min.
Max torque136.00 Nm (13.9 kgf-m or 100.3 ft.lbs) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Compression9.4:1
Bore x stroke78.0 x 83.6 mm (3.1 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1231 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3680 litres (972 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (389.8 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight955 kg (2,105.4 pounds)
Overall length3960 mm (155.9 inches)
Overall width1680 mm (66.1 inches)
Overall height1240 mm (48.8 inches)
Ground clearance110 mm (4.3 inches)
Wheelbase2270 mm (89.4 inches)
Fuel capacity50.0 litres (13.21 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originJapan
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