2009 Seat Leon vs. 1986 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1986 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1986 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 79 kg more than 1986 Venturi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Venturi Coupe 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 1986 Venturi Coupe. 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 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Seat Leon | 1986 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Seat | Venturi |
Model | Leon | Coupe |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |