1974 Mazda 929 vs. 2001 Porsche 911

To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1974 Mazda 929. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Mazda 929 2001 Porsche 911
Make Mazda Porsche
Model 929 911
Year Released 1974 2001
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1767 cc 3595 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 83 HP 315 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 82.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.6:1 11.3:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1095 kg 1425 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 64 L


 

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