1993 Volvo 460 vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 460. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Leon weights approximately 210 kg more than 1993 Volvo 460. 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, 2010 Seat Leon (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Volvo 460 | 2010 Seat Leon | |
Make | Volvo | Seat |
Model | 460 | Leon |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |