1989 Nissan Santana 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 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 484 kg more than 1989 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan Santana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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 (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan Santana | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Nissan | Seat |
Model | Santana | Leon |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |