1988 Nissan Vanette vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 96 kg more than 2012 Seat Leon.
Because 1988 Nissan Vanette 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 1988 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Nissan Vanette | 2012 Seat Leon | |
Make | Nissan | Seat |
Model | Vanette | Leon |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2580 mm |