1989 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 22 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, 2011 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Leon weights approximately 95 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. 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, 2011 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Seat Leon | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Accord | Leon |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 9.3 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 | 1260 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |