2000 Seat Leon vs. 1992 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota MR2 (154 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 66 kg more than 1992 Toyota MR2.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota MR2. (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Seat Leon | 1992 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Leon | MR2 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
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 | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |