1989 Pontiac Trans Sport 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 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. (164 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2007 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2007 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | Pontiac | Seat |
Model | Trans Sport | Leon |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |