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Mazda MX 5 1.8i

General information

ModelMazda MX 5 1.8i
Year1993
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating57.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1839 ccm (112.22 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1839 ccm (112.22 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power131.00 PS (96 kW or 129 HP) at 6500 Rev. per min.
Max torque155.00 Nm (15.8 kgf-m or 114.3 ft.lbs) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke83.0 x 85.0 mm (3.3 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed187.0 km/h (116.2 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)10.6 seconds
0-50 miles7.0 seconds
0-60 miles10.1 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1333 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Leg room front1090 mm (42.9 inches)
Passenger space2270 litres (600 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (378.0 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight983 kg (2,167.1 pounds)
Overall length3960 mm (155.9 inches)
Overall width1680 mm (66.1 inches)
Overall height1240 mm (48.8 inches)
Wheelbase2270 mm (89.4 inches)
Fuel capacity48.0 litres (12.68 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originJapan
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