1996 Mazda 626 vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 277 kg more than 1996 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 626, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda 626 | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | 626 | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1467 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |