2002 Mazda Premacy vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Mazda Premacy is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 911 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Premacy. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 215 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911.
Because 1968 Porsche 911 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 1968 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Premacy, 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, 1968 Porsche 911 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda Premacy | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | Premacy | 911 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |