2009 Seat Leon vs. 1991 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1991 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1991 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 615 kg more than 1991 Vauxhall 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Seat Leon | 1991 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Seat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Leon | Nova |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
