1983 Mazda 929 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 255 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 929 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 929 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
