1986 Mazda 626 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 626. (117 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 220 kg more than 1986 Mazda 626. 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, 1986 Mazda 626 (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mazda 626 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | 626 | Leon |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |