1990 Mercury Capri vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 205 kg more than 1990 Mercury Capri. 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, 2006 Seat Leon (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Capri | 2006 Seat Leon | |
Make | Mercury | Seat |
Model | Capri | Leon |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |