1985 Porsche 944 vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 944 (221 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2010 Seat Exeo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Exeo weights approximately 120 kg more than 1985 Porsche 944.
Because 1985 Porsche 944 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 1985 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Seat Exeo, 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, 1985 Porsche 944 (330 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Exeo. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Porsche 944 | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 944 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2642 mm |
