1997 Mazda MPV vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 1997 Mazda MPV is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1997 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda MPV weights approximately 322 kg more than 1991 Porsche 968.
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, 1991 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda MPV | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | MPV | 968 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
