1983 Peugeot 604 vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (237 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Seat Leon.
Because 1983 Peugeot 604 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Peugeot 604. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 604 | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 604 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
