1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1995 Porsche 993
To start off, 1995 Porsche 993 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 993 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. 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 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 1995 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 323 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2280 mm |
