1995 Honda NSX vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2012 Seat Leon. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda NSX weights approximately 46 kg more than 2012 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda NSX 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 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Leon. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda NSX | 2012 Seat Leon | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | NSX | Leon |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |