2000 Seat Leon vs. 1991 Holden Barina
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Barina 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 134 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 703 kg more than 1991 Holden Barina. 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 Holden Barina. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina. 1991 Holden Barina 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 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Seat Leon | 1991 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Seat | Holden |
| Model | Leon | Barina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2791 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
