2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (157 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda Roadster | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | Roadster | 968 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 74 L |