2010 Porsche 911 vs. 1994 Mazda Midge
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda Midge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda Midge would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1994 Mazda Midge. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1994 Mazda Midge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mazda Midge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda Midge. (156 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda Midge. 1994 Mazda Midge has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Mazda Midge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Porsche 911 | 1994 Mazda Midge | |
| Make | Porsche | Mazda |
| Model | 911 | Midge |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4465 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
