1985 Ford Capri vs. 2001 Seat Leon
To start off, 2001 Seat Leon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Leon (207 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1985 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Leon weights approximately 340 kg more than 1985 Ford Capri. 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 1985 Ford Capri. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Capri | 2001 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Capri | Leon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
