1976 Mazda 929 vs. 1985 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 309 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 309. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 929 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 309. (109 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 929 | 1985 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 929 | 309 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
