1991 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 206 kg more than 2009 Seat Leon.
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, 2009 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. 1991 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 2009 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2009 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Cadillac DeVille | 2009 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Seat |
| Model | DeVille | Leon |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2580 mm |
