1986 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 24 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (100 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 810 kg more than 1986 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 929 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2918 mm |
