1995 Opel Kadett vs. 2001 Seat Leon
To start off, 2001 Seat Leon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Leon (207 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1995 Opel Kadett. (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Kadett.
Because 2001 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Kadett. (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Kadett | 2001 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Kadett | Leon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
