1985 Lada 2104 vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lada 2104 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 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1985 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 376 kg more than 1985 Lada 2104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lada 2104 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Lada 2104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lada 2104 | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Lada | Seat |
| Model | 2104 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
