1978 Mazda 626 vs. 1983 Porsche 959
To start off, 1983 Porsche 959 is newer by 5 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 959 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Porsche 959 weights approximately 455 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, 1983 Porsche 959 (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 626 | 1983 Porsche 959 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | 626 | 959 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2280 mm |