1991 Chevrolet APV vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 288 kg more than 2005 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, 1991 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet APV | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | APV | Leon |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
