1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1983 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 323 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2280 mm |
