1980 Mazda 929 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1980 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 929 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2280 mm |
