1978 Nissan Skyline vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Seat Leon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 145 kg more than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
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, 2007 Seat Leon (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Skyline | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Skyline | Leon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
