1988 Audi 80 vs. 2007 Seat Altea

To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1988 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 410 kg more than 1988 Audi 80. 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, 2007 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 80.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Audi 80 2007 Seat Altea
Make Audi Seat
Model 80 Altea
Year Released 1988 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1593 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1020 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2590 mm


 

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