2005 Mazda Etude vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Mazda Etude is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 911 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Mazda Etude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Etude, 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, 1989 Porsche 911 (317 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Etude | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Etude | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3600 cc |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1335 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 77 L |
