1974 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1991 Porsche 965
To start off, 1991 Porsche 965 is newer by 17 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), 1991 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1974 Mazda RX-4. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 965 weights approximately 355 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, 1991 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 965 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 | 1991 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-4 | 965 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
