1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2001 Seat Leon
To start off, 2001 Seat Leon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Leon (207 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Seat Leon.
Because 2001 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2001 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2001 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 2001 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Caprice | Leon |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
