1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Leon weights approximately 454 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. 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, 2011 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Nissan Cherry | 2011 Seat Leon | |
Make | Nissan | Seat |
Model | Cherry | Leon |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |