1990 Renault 21 vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 21 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 21 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2002 Seat Leon.
Because 1990 Renault 21 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 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, 1990 Renault 21 (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault 21 | 2002 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 21 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
