1991 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Leon (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 628 kg more than 1991 Renault Clio. 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 1991 Renault Clio. 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 (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Renault Clio | 2000 Seat Leon | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Clio | Leon |
Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1170 cc | 2791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 90.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1483 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |