1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Leon weights approximately 196 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2002 Seat Leon | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Seat |
Model | Cutlass | Leon |
Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1396 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |