1985 Opel Ascona vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 780 kg more than 1985 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Ascona | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Ascona | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
