1986 Mazda 929 vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 20 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 929 (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Seat Leon. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 291 kg more than 2006 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929. 1986 Mazda 929 has automatic transmission and 2006 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2006 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mazda 929 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 2006 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 929 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
