1980 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2001 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2001 Seat Alhambra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 50 kg more than 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2001 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Plymouth | Seat |
Model | Trail Duster | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |