2008 Seat Leon vs. 1978 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 598 kg more than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 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, 2008 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Leon | 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
Make | Seat | Suzuki |
Model | Leon | LJ 50 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1940 mm |