1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT 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 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 521 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 275 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 Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT 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 Carrera GT | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 929 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
