2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (302 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 170 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 1995 Porsche 968 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 1995 Porsche 968. 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Familia | 968 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 92 L |
