1990 Porsche 928 vs. 2001 Seat Leon
To start off, 2001 Seat Leon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2001 Seat Leon. (207 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 928 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (430 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche 928 | 2001 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 928 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4957 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
