1990 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2005 Seat Leon

To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 108 kg more than 1990 Citroen Rally Raid.

Let's talk about torque, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Citroen Rally Raid 2005 Seat Leon
Make Citroen Seat
Model Rally Raid Leon
Year Released 1990 2005
Engine Size 2499 cc 2790 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 297 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 590 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1558 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2520 mm