1990 Mazda 929 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1990 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 929. 2007 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1990 Mazda 929 has manual transmission. 1990 Mazda 929 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mazda 929 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | 929 | 911 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |