1983 Mazda 929 vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 1994 Porsche 968 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1983 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 929 | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 929 | 968 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
