1991 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Seat Leon

To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 301 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord.

Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda Accord. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord. 1991 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2000 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2000 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Honda Accord 2000 Seat Leon
Make Honda Seat
Model Accord Leon
Year Released 1991 2000
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2451 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 176 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 231 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 95.5 mm
Top Speed 209 km/hour 215 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1301 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2520 mm


 

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