1998 Mazda Laputa vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 727 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Laputa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Laputa | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Laputa | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 3588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 415 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 64 L |
