1990 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Leon weights approximately 276 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. 1990 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 2011 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2011 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Lumina | 2011 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Lumina | Leon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
