1990 Nissan Santana 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 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Seat Leon. (84 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 106 kg more than 1990 Nissan Santana.
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, 1990 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Leon. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Nissan Santana | 2008 Seat Leon | |
Make | Nissan | Seat |
Model | Santana | Leon |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |