1986 Renault 21 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 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 421 kg more than 1986 Renault 21. 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Renault 21 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | 21 | Leon |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1719 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |