2009 Mazda B4000 vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 2009 Mazda B4000 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 928 weights approximately 356 kg more than 2009 Mazda B4000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B4000 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B4000. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda B4000 | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | B4000 | 928 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4034 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 76 L |
