1986 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1986 Buick Skylark. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 486 kg more than 1986 Buick Skylark. 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Skylark. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Skylark | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Buick | Seat |
| Model | Skylark | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
