1994 Mazda 626 vs. 1978 Porsche 911
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1978 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Porsche 911 (265 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mazda 626 | 1978 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | 626 | 911 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2280 mm |