1995 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,998 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 84 kg more than 1995 Dodge Viper.
Because 1995 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (130 Nm). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Viper | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Viper | Leon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7998 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
