1985 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1985 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 495 kg more than 1985 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Ford Mustang 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 1985 Ford Mustang. 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 (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Mustang | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Mustang | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |