1987 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 159 kg more than 2000 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Nissan 300 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan 300 ZX. (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Nissan 300 ZX | 2000 Seat Leon | |
Make | Nissan | Seat |
Model | 300 ZX | Leon |
Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1301 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |