1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2006 Seat Leon. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 128 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 1992 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Seat Leon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Corvette | Leon |
Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |