1982 Mazda 929 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 408 kg more than 1982 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, 2005 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 929 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 929 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
