1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 92 kg more than 2002 Seat Leon.
Because 2002 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon 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, 2002 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Dodge Aspen | 2002 Seat Leon | |
Make | Dodge | Seat |
Model | Aspen | Leon |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1396 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2520 mm |