1987 Lada Samara vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 415 kg more than 1987 Lada Samara. 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, 2007 Seat Leon (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lada Samara | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | Lada | Seat |
Model | Samara | Leon |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |