1989 Mazda 323 vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 323 (130 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Seat Leon. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Leon.
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, 2008 Seat Leon (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (137 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda 323 | 2008 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 323 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
