1984 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 536 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Pontiac Grand Am | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Pontiac | Seat |
Model | Grand Am | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2469 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |