1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1997 Porsche Boxster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 150 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-01 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2360 mm |
