1995 Mazda 626 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1995 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mazda 626 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | 626 | 911 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 443 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 92 L |