1992 Dodge Spirit vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Seat Leon. 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 1992 Dodge Spirit. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Dodge Spirit | 2000 Seat Leon | |
Make | Dodge | Seat |
Model | Spirit | Leon |
Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1301 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |