1989 Audi 80 vs. 2010 Seat Altea
To start off, 2010 Seat Altea is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Altea weights approximately 370 kg more than 1989 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, 2010 Seat Altea (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 80 | 2010 Seat Altea | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | 80 | Altea |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |