1988 Ford RS 200 vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2000 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 21 kg more than 1988 Ford RS 200.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford RS 200. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford RS 200 | 2000 Seat Leon | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | RS 200 | Leon |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1301 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 55 L |