1984 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,837 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 251 kg more than 2011 Seat Leon.
Because 1984 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Leon. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mercedes-Benz S | 2011 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | S | Leon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3837 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
