1985 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 23 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 254 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort. 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, 2008 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Escort | Leon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
