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Mazda MX-5

General information

ModelMazda MX-5
Year1997
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating62 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

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

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power90.00 PS (66 kW or 89 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque129.00 Nm (13.2 kgf-m or 95.2 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke78.1 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 ratio0.0933 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space3790 litres (1,001 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (389.8 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight965 kg (2,127.5 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)
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