1997 Mazda Midge vs. 1997 Porsche 911

To start off, both 1997 Mazda Midge and 1997 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP) has 470 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Midge. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 184 kg more than 1997 Mazda Midge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1997 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 1997 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Midge, 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Midge. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Midge.

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