1990 Nissan Terrano vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 293 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Terrano (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Terrano | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Terrano | Leon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
