1987 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (140 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2010 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (206 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Seat Leon | |
Make | Toyota | Seat |
Model | Corolla | Leon |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |