1995 Mazda 626 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 18 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 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 140 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 626 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2415 mm |
