1989 Rover 216 vs. 2005 Seat Leon

To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover 216. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover 216 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1989 Rover 216. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover 216. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 296 kg more than 1989 Rover 216. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover 216. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover 216.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Rover 216 2005 Seat Leon
Make Rover Seat
Model 216 Leon
Year Released 1989 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1590 cc 1895 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 141 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.1:1 18.5:1
Top Speed 193 km/hour 215 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1376 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2520 mm