2005 Mazda Etude vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, 2005 Mazda Etude is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 930 (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Porsche 930 weights approximately 207 kg more than 2005 Mazda Etude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Etude, 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, 1979 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Etude | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Etude | 930 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 3299 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1300 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
