1998 Mazda 323 vs. 1994 Porsche 928
To start off, 1998 Mazda 323 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 323. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 928 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1998 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Porsche 928 (409 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 323. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 323 | 1994 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 323 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
