1988 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 235 kg more than 1988 Ford Escort. 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, 2006 Seat Leon (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Escort | 2006 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Escort | Leon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |
