1988 Porsche 928 vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1988 Porsche 928.
Because 1988 Porsche 928 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 5. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 928 | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Mazda |
| Model | 928 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
