1992 Renault 21 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (223 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1992 Renault 21. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 245 kg more than 1992 Renault 21. 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, 2005 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 21. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault 21 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 21 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |
