2007 Seat Leon vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 190 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. 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 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Leon | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Leon | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |