1991 Porsche 928 vs. 2005 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2500 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1991 Porsche 928.
Because 2005 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 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, 1991 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2500. 2005 Mazda B2500 has automatic transmission and 1991 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1991 Porsche 928 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda B2500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 928 | 2005 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Porsche | Mazda |
| Model | 928 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 4030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2990 mm |
