1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 26 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 830 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 929 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 16.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2895 mm |
