1986 Mazda 929 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 88 kg more than 1986 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 (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 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 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 929 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1238 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 |
