1995 Saab 900 vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Saab 900. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1995 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Saab 900 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2010 Seat Leon.
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, 2010 Seat Leon (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saab 900. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Saab 900 | 2010 Seat Leon | |
Make | Saab | Seat |
Model | 900 | Leon |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |