1985 Ford Escort 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 Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort 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 139 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort.
Because 2001 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Escort. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 2001 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Escort | Leon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
