1973 Mazda 110 S vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 1987 Porsche 959 is newer by 14 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 959 weights approximately 490 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 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 | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 110 S | 959 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2849 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
