2000 Seat Leon vs. 1984 Volvo 240
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 11 kg more than 1984 Volvo 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Volvo 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Seat Leon | 1984 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Leon | 240 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1301 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
