1993 Mazda AZ-1 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda AZ-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda AZ-1 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 516 kg more than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | AZ-1 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 330 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 834 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2416 mm |
