1998 Holden Nova vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Nova would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1998 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 244 kg more than 1998 Holden Nova. 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, 2009 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Holden Nova | 2009 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Nova | Leon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
