2004 Seat Leon vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2004 Seat Leon is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Leon (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Seat Leon (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Leon | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Leon | 240 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
