1999 Mazda B3000 vs. 1981 Porsche 930
To start off, 1999 Mazda B3000 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B3000. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 930 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1999 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Porsche 930 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B3000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Porsche 930 (440 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B3000. (198 Nm). This means 1981 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B3000 | 1981 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | B3000 | 930 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
