1977 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 144 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon.
Because 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Jeep | Leon |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
