1993 Nissan Sunny vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Leon weights approximately 254 kg more than 1993 Nissan Sunny. 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, 2002 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Nissan Sunny | 2002 Seat Leon | |
Make | Nissan | Seat |
Model | Sunny | Leon |
Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |