2005 Seat Leon vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina 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 (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 327 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Leon | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Leon | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |