1986 Mazda 929 vs. 1991 Porsche 965
To start off, 1991 Porsche 965 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (145 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 1991 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 929 | 965 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2270 mm |
