1984 Buick Estate vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Estate weights approximately 229 kg more than 2008 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Buick Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Estate | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Buick | Seat |
Model | Estate | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |