1992 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Leon weights approximately 244 kg more than 1992 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ford Sierra 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 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Sierra | 2010 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Sierra | Leon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
