1990 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (237 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Seat Leon.
Because 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 2008 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2008 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Beijing | Seat |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
