1974 Mazda 929 vs. 1998 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1998 Seat Toledo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Seat Toledo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1998 Seat Toledo.
Because 1974 Mazda 929 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 1974 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Seat Toledo, 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, 1998 Seat Toledo (146 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda 929 | 1998 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | 929 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |