2005 Seat Leon vs. 1980 Steyr G-series
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Steyr G-series. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Steyr G-series would be higher. At 2,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Steyr G-series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1980 Steyr G-series. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1980 Steyr G-series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Steyr G-series weights approximately 604 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon.
Because 1980 Steyr G-series is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Steyr G-series 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Steyr G-series. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Steyr G-series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Leon | 1980 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Seat | Steyr |
| Model | Leon | G-series |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
