2005 Seat Leon vs. 1989 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 742 kg more than 1989 Subaru Rex. 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, 2005 Seat Leon (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Leon | 1989 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Leon | Rex |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2260 mm |
