2001 Mazda 6 vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mazda 6 (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 6 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
