1982 Renault 11 vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Leon weights approximately 439 kg more than 1982 Renault 11. 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, 2010 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (136 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 11 | 2010 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 11 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
