1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 929 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | 929 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |