1980 Mazda 929 vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Cordoba (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 20 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Mazda 929 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 929 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
