1978 Renault 18 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 467 kg more than 1978 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Renault 18. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 18 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 18 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
