1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 34 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (245 HP) has 162 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1010 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 929 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
