1984 Subaru DL vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Subaru DL would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1984 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 440 kg more than 1984 Subaru DL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Seat Leon (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru DL. 2007 Seat Leon has automatic transmission and 1984 Subaru DL has manual transmission. 1984 Subaru DL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Seat Leon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Subaru DL | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Subaru | Seat |
| Model | DL | Leon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
