2002 Seat Leon vs. 1986 Volvo 245
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1986 Volvo 245. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1986 Volvo 245.
Because 1986 Volvo 245 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Volvo 245. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Leon | 1986 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Leon | 245 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
