1993 Rover 200 vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 534 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. 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, 2009 Seat Leon (320 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (124 Nm). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2009 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Rover | Seat |
| Model | 200 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
