1989 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 84 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
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, 2005 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Accord | Leon |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1239 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |