2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 1985 Porsche 928
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 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2009 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 928 weights approximately 570 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, 1985 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda B2300 | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | B2300 | 928 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |