2005 Seat Leon vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 486 kg more than 1985 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Skoda L 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 1985 Skoda L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Leon | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | Leon | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
