1977 Mazda 929 vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 309 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 309 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 929 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Peugeot 309 (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 929 | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 929 | 309 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
