1997 Mazda MPV vs. 1995 Porsche 993
To start off, 1997 Mazda MPV is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1997 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda MPV weights approximately 302 kg more than 1995 Porsche 993.
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, 1995 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda MPV | 1995 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | MPV | 993 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2280 mm |
