1983 Mazda 929 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 29 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 820 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 929 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 929 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |
