2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 1985 Porsche 924
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,478 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 924 (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 924 weights approximately 257 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300. 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, 2009 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 924. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda B2300 | 1985 Porsche 924 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | B2300 | 924 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 2478 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1217 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |