1979 Seat 127 vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 127 would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1979 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saturn Vue weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1979 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Seat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue will offer significantly more control. 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 Saturn Vue (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Seat 127 | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Seat | Saturn |
Model | 127 | Vue |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |