1988 Porsche 944 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 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,680 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon.
Because 1988 Porsche 944 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 944. 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944. 1988 Porsche 944 has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Porsche 944 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 944 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 944 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2680 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
