2005 Seat Leon vs. 1993 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 131 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. 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 (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Leon | 1993 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Leon | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
