1982 Audi 80 vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Leon weights approximately 466 kg more than 1982 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Audi 80 | 2002 Seat Leon | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | 80 | Leon |
Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1396 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |