1982 Mazda 929 vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 1985 Porsche 928 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 928 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1982 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, 1985 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 929 | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 929 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
