1981 Ford Capri vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Capri (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 30 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri.
Because 1981 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Leon. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 2009 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Capri | Leon |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
