1978 Mazda 626 vs. 1982 Porsche 911
To start off, 1982 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 911 (170 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 911 weights approximately 165 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, 1982 Porsche 911 (258 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm). This means 1982 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 626 | 1982 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 626 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
