2008 Seat Leon vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 492 kg more than 1984 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Seat Leon (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Leon | 1984 Skoda L | |
Make | Seat | Skoda |
Model | Leon | L |
Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |