1994 Acura Integra vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Acura Integra 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 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1994 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1994 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Leon weights approximately 164 kg more than 1994 Acura Integra. 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 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Acura Integra. 1994 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 2011 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2011 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Acura Integra | 2011 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Acura | Seat |
| Model | Integra | Leon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
