1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Leon (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 303 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2000 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Sierra | Leon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
