1973 Mazda 929 vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 1982 Porsche 944 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 944 (163 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929.
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, 1982 Porsche 944 (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 929 | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 929 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
