2009 Seat Leon vs. 1982 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 801 kg more than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Vauxhall Chevette 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 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Seat Leon | 1982 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Seat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Leon | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
