1984 Lincoln Continental vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (237 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1984 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1984 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 Seat Leon.
Because 1984 Lincoln Continental 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 1984 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1984 Lincoln Continental (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Leon. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Lincoln Continental | 2008 Seat Leon | |
Make | Lincoln | Seat |
Model | Continental | Leon |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |