1999 Mazda Laputa vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Mazda Laputa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Laputa. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 706 kg more than 1999 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mazda Laputa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda Laputa | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Laputa | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 92 L |
