1985 Renault Rodeo vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Rodeo would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1985 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 838 kg more than 1985 Renault Rodeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Renault Rodeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Rodeo. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Renault Rodeo | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Rodeo | Leon |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1106 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 109 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 62 L |