1981 Audi 100 vs. 1997 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1997 Seat Toledo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Toledo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 100 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1997 Seat Toledo.
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, 1997 Seat Toledo (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 100 | 1997 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | 100 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |