1987 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 506 kg more than 2009 Seat Leon.
Because 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Leon. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Leon. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2009 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2009 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 Seat Leon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Blazer | Leon |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |