1981 Renault Rodeo vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault Rodeo would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 618 kg more than 1981 Renault Rodeo. 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, 2007 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Renault Rodeo | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Rodeo | Leon |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |