1982 Renault 4 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 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1982 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 619 kg more than 1982 Renault 4. 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, 2005 Seat Leon (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Renault 4 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | 4 | Leon |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 62 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |