1985 Mazda 929 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 386 kg more than 1985 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 929 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
