1984 Dodge 600 vs. 2001 Seat Leon
To start off, 2001 Seat Leon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Leon (207 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1984 Dodge 600. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Leon weights approximately 115 kg more than 1984 Dodge 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Dodge 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge 600. (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge 600 | 2001 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | 600 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
