1979 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Leon weights approximately 110 kg more than 1979 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon, 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, 2010 Seat Leon (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 929 | 2010 Seat Leon | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | 929 | Leon |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |