1973 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 1986 Porsche 944 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 944 (188 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 944 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Porsche 944 (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda RX-4 | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-4 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
