1976 Mazda 929 vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 309 is newer by 10 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, 1986 Peugeot 309 (115 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 929 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 929 | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 929 | 309 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 930 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 |
