1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (99 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929.
Because 1978 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 1978 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 929 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 34 L |
