1982 Renault 11 vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 471 kg more than 1982 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Renault 11 | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | 11 | Leon |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |