1985 Renault Espace 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 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault Espace (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 35 kg more than 2011 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault Espace | 2011 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Espace | Leon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2580 mm |
