1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 245 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.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 929 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
