1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (201 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (178 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 5 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (386 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (235 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Corvette | Leon |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 178 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
