1985 Audi 100 vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (87 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2000 Seat Leon.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (172 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 100 | 2000 Seat Leon | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | 100 | Leon |
Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1301 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |