1995 Renault 19 vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1995 Renault 19. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 375 kg more than 1995 Renault 19. 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, 2007 Seat Leon (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Renault 19 | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | 19 | Leon |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
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 | 940 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |