2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 1992 Porsche 928
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 928 (346 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 928 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Drifter | 1992 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Drifter | 928 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 5396 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1620 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 86 L |
