1993 Mazda 323 vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 731 kg more than 1993 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 323 | 2009 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 323 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
