2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1992 Porsche 928
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 928 (346 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 928 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Porsche 928 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2000 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 1992 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1992 Porsche 928 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 | 1992 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Familia | 928 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 86 L |
