1986 Rover 825 vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Rover 825. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Rover 825 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Rover 825 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Rover 825. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1986 Rover 825. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825 weights approximately 161 kg more than 2006 Seat Leon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Seat Leon (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Rover 825. (268 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Rover 825. 2006 Seat Leon has automatic transmission and 1986 Rover 825 has manual transmission. 1986 Rover 825 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Seat Leon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Rover 825 | 2006 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Rover | Seat |
| Model | 825 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 268 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
