1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2000 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 235 kg more than 2000 Seat Leon. 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 1986 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Leon. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 2000 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | Mondial | Leon |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 55 L |
