1978 Mazda 626 vs. 1981 Porsche 944
To start off, 1981 Porsche 944 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 944 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 944 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Porsche 944 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 626 | 1981 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | 626 | 944 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |