1978 Mazda 616 vs. 1995 Porsche 993
To start off, 1995 Porsche 993 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 993 (402 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 993 weights approximately 588 kg more than 1978 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Porsche 993 (541 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 616 | 1995 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 616 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
