1985 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Leon weights approximately 184 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord. 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, 2011 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 2011 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Accord | Leon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 247 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 | 1150 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
