1977 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Leon weights approximately 370 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Seat Leon (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Accord | 2010 Seat Leon | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Accord | Leon |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |