1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 550 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Ford Sierra 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 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Sierra | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
