1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2002 Porsche 996
To start off, 2002 Porsche 996 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 996 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Porsche 996 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 2002 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 929 | 996 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
