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Mazda MX-5

General information

ModelMazda MX-5
Year1998
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating63 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1498 ccm (91.41 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags4

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1498 ccm (91.41 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power113.60 PS (84 kW or 112 HP) at 6500 Rev. per min.
Max torque124.00 Nm (12.6 kgf-m or 91.5 ft.lbs) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke78.1 x 83.6 mm (3.1 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1108 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors5
Passenger space3790 litres (1,001 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1025 kg (2,259.7 pounds)
Overall length3960 mm (155.9 inches)
Overall width1680 mm (66.1 inches)
Overall height1240 mm (48.8 inches)
Ground clearance140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheelbase2270 mm (89.4 inches)
Fuel capacity50.0 litres (13.21 gallons)

Other specifications

Service interval20,000 km
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