1993 Volvo 440 vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 440. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Leon weights approximately 242 kg more than 1993 Volvo 440. 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, 2011 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 440. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Volvo 440 | 2011 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Volvo | Seat |
| Model | 440 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
