1999 Mazda Activehicle vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Mazda Activehicle is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Activehicle weights approximately 670 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Because 1999 Mazda Activehicle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle 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, 1999 Mazda Activehicle (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda Activehicle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911. 1999 Mazda Activehicle has automatic transmission and 1973 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1973 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mazda Activehicle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda Activehicle | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Activehicle | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
