2002 Seat Leon vs. 1984 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1984 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Leon weights approximately 752 kg more than 1984 Subaru Rex. 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, 2002 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Leon | 1984 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Leon | Rex |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2260 mm |
