1970 Nissan Skyline vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 182 kg more than 1970 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1970 Nissan Skyline 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 1970 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1970 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Skyline | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Skyline | Leon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
