1989 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 18 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Seat Leon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 41 kg more than 2007 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Seat Leon (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (159 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Accord | Leon |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |