1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1987 Porsche 924
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 924. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 924.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 924. (210 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-01 | 1987 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-01 | 924 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
