1984 Mazda 929 vs. 2001 Seat Tango
To start off, 2001 Seat Tango is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Tango (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Tango should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Tango weights approximately 158 kg more than 1984 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, 2001 Seat Tango (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Tango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 929 | 2001 Seat Tango | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 929 | Tango |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
