1980 Mazda 929 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (356 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 385 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mazda 929 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | 929 | 911 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 356 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |