1985 Peugeot 604 vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Seat Leon.
Because 1985 Peugeot 604 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 Peugeot 604. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1985 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Peugeot 604 | 2002 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 604 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
