1984 Mazda 929 vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1984 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Mazda 929 | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | 929 | 911 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2280 mm |