1988 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1988 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Falcon weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Seat Leon.
Because 1988 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Leon. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Falcon | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Falcon | Leon |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |