1988 Porsche 944 vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 21 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 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (214 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 35 kg more than 1988 Porsche 944.
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, 2009 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 944 (351 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Leon. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 944 | 2009 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 944 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2580 mm |
