1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (224 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 128 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.
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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster 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 Boxster | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 929 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2420 mm |
