1991 Lancia Dedra vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Dedra (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Leon weights approximately 426 kg more than 1991 Lancia Dedra.
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, 2012 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lancia Dedra. (274 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Lancia Dedra | 2012 Seat Leon | |
Make | Lancia | Seat |
Model | Dedra | Leon |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |