1987 Holden Drover vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Drover would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 424 kg more than 1987 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Holden Drover | 2009 Seat Leon | |
Make | Holden | Seat |
Model | Drover | Leon |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2580 mm |