1979 Renault 18 vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1979 Renault 18. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Leon weights approximately 309 kg more than 1979 Renault 18. 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, 2010 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 18. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Renault 18 | 2010 Seat Leon | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | 18 | Leon |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |