1988 Porsche 928 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 154 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 928 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 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 928 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 928 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
