MX-5 Miata vs 86
Mazda · Toyota
1/4 Mile winner
86
Beats the MX-5 Miata by 0.09s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the 86 beats the MX-5 Miata by a hair, finishing 0.09 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the 86 thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
181 hp
205 hp
0–100 km/h
6.5s
6.4s
Top speed
225 km/h
226 km/h
Engine
2.0L SkyActiv-G
BOXER-4
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
205 Nm
205 Nm
Price
$30,000
$27,000
Simulated race times
Distance
MX-5 Miata
86
100 m
6.533s
6.490s
1/8 mile
9.656s
9.593s
1/4 mile
14.514s
14.421s
1 km
26.006s
25.849s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: 86 is $27,000 vs $30,000 for the MX-5 Miata — a $3,000 gap. Power: 86 makes 24 hp more (181 vs 205).
FAQ
Which is faster, the MX-5 Miata or the 86?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the 86 is faster, beating the MX-5 Miata by 0.09 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the MX-5 Miata vs the 86?
The MX-5 Miata hits 100 km/h in 6.5 seconds, while the 86 does it in 6.4 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The MX-5 Miata produces 181 hp; the 86 produces 205 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The MX-5 Miata tops out at 225 km/h, and the 86 reaches 226 km/h.
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