1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Leon weights approximately 66 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Seat Leon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Camaro | Leon |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |