1993 Mazda 626 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 110 kg more than 1993 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 626 | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 626 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2416 mm |
