1980 Mazda 929 vs. 2011 Seat Altea
To start off, 2011 Seat Altea is newer by 31 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Altea weights approximately 320 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, 2011 Seat Altea (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mazda 929 | 2011 Seat Altea | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | 929 | Altea |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |