1985 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo is newer by 26 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. Both 1985 Audi 100 and 2011 Seat Exeo are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Exeo weights approximately 255 kg more than 1985 Audi 100. 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, 2011 Seat Exeo (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | 100 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2642 mm |
