1994 Lada Samara vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1994 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 372 kg more than 1994 Lada Samara. 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, 2006 Seat Leon (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lada Samara | 2006 Seat Leon | |
Make | Lada | Seat |
Model | Samara | Leon |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |