1987 Mazda 626 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 540 kg more than 1987 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 626. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 626 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 626 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2918 mm |
