1955 Oldsmobile 98 vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Seat Leon. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 418 kg more than 2002 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Oldsmobile 98 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 1955 Oldsmobile 98. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | 2002 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Seat |
| Model | 98 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5320 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2520 mm |
