2005 Seat Leon vs. 1991 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Supra (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Supra weights approximately 181 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Supra. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Leon | 1991 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Leon | Supra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
