1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 111 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (130 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Lancer | Leon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
