1980 Opel Kadett vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1980 Opel Kadett. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 351 kg more than 1980 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Kadett. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Opel Kadett | 2000 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Kadett | Leon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
