1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 18 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 35 kg more than 1987 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 929 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2420 mm |
