1994 Mazda 626 vs. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche Pan Americana would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana weights approximately 256 kg more than 1994 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, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche Pan Americana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mazda 626 | 1990 Porsche Pan Americana | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | 626 | Pan Americana |
Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2280 mm |