1982 Mazda 929 vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 27 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 27 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, 2009 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 929 | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 929 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
