1985 Mazda 929 vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1985 Mazda 929 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (131 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 929 weights approximately 73 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Porsche 911 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 929 | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 929 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
