1986 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 730 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (138 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Escort | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |