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 2,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 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 190 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 Boxster (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 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 | 1769 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
