2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1985 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 140 kg more than 1985 Porsche 911.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia 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, 1985 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2000 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 1985 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1985 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 1985 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Familia | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
