2008 Seat Leon vs. 1981 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corona 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 129 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 288 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Corona 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 1981 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Leon | 1981 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Leon | Corona |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |