2006 Seat Leon vs. 1982 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Camry (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Seat Leon. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 105 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry.

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, 1982 Toyota Camry (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Leon. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Leon.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Seat Leon 1982 Toyota Camry
Make Seat Toyota
Model Leon Camry
Year Released 2006 1982
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 1973 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 101 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 166 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1205 kg 1100 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2610 mm