1987 Renault 21 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 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1987 Renault 21. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 144 kg more than 1987 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, 2009 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 21. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 21 | 2009 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 21 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 247 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 | 1190 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
