2000 Seat Leon vs. 1990 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1990 Toyota MR2. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 126 kg more than 1990 Toyota MR2. 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 1990 Toyota MR2. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota MR2. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Seat Leon | 1990 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Leon | MR2 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1301 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |