1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2002 Seat Leon. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 424 kg more than 2002 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2002 Seat Leon | |
Make | Aston Martin | Seat |
Model | V8 Vantage | Leon |
Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1396 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 62 L |