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From: pab@po.CWRU.Edu (Pete Babic)
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Subject: Re: Macs etc.
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Date: 17 Oct 90 20:11:27 GMT
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In a previous article, Dennis_Grant@CMR001.BITNET () says:

>
>     Dave Haynie writes:
>>Bad,wicked,evil analogy. A Miata and a Chevette are day and night
>>different. [stuff deleted]
>
>    Not really when you look at the mechanicals. Both are 4-cylinder, low
>displacement, front-drive small cars. Even (if I recall correctly) the
>suspension is comparable. (Although the Mazda has better tires) The biggest
>difference, styling aside, is that the Chevette can carry two more people.
>:)

Not really Dennis, the Chevette was a front engine, rear wheel drive car.
It was based on an even older design from Opel (the Kadett I believe). It
had a soft, mushy suspension, low grade brakes and tires, low grade interior,
low tech engine, just about low grade everything. It was strictly a cheap
econobox.

The Mazda Miata is also front engine, rear wheel drive. That's where the
similarity ends. The Miata has a DOHC fuel injected 4 cyl engine thats a
very modern design, It has an unbeleivably quick, smooth 5 speed vs. the
clunky 4sp. on the Chevette, its about 6-7 seconds faster from 0-60 then
the Chevette, it has near perfect weight distribution and corners as if on
rails. When driven with enthusiasm it gives a thrilling driving experience.
Its a true sports car in my book. I wouldn't want to be buried in a Chevette,
but I would be proud to drive a Miata anywhere.


PS: Please cross-post to comp.sys.amiga.cars  :) :)
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