1987 Audi Coupe vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1987 Audi Coupe. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Leon weights approximately 676 kg more than 1987 Audi Coupe. 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 Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Audi Coupe | 2011 Seat Leon | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | Coupe | Leon |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |