1994 Mazda 323 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1994 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 323 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 323 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
