1982 Vauxhall Nova 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 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Vauxhall Nova 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 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Leon weights approximately 594 kg more than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. 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 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Vauxhall Nova | 2010 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Seat |
| Model | Nova | Leon |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
