1977 Mazda 929 vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 32 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 260 kg more than 1977 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 929 | 2009 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 929 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
