1973 Mazda 110 S vs. 1978 Porsche 924
To start off, 1978 Porsche 924 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 924 (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 924 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1973 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Porsche 924 (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 110 S | 1978 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 110 S | 924 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1984 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
