1980 Mazda 929 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 33 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1105 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 929 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2895 mm |
