1985 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 222 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Escort | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Escort | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |