1984 Renault 11 vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 731 kg more than 1984 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 11 | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 11 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2850 mm |
