1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 525 kg more than 2006 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Buick Roadmaster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Leon. (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 2006 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Buick | Seat |
| Model | Roadmaster | Leon |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
