1987 Chrysler TC vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, 2000 Seat Salsa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chrysler TC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chrysler TC would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Salsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1987 Chrysler TC. (202 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 1987 Chrysler TC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 96 kg more than 1987 Chrysler TC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Salsa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chrysler TC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa 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, 2000 Seat Salsa (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chrysler TC. (298 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chrysler TC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler TC | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Seat |
| Model | TC | Salsa |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |
