1974 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, 1979 Porsche 930 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-4. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Porsche 930 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1974 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, 1979 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda RX-4 | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | RX-4 | 930 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |