1987 Lada 2104 vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1999 Seat Alhambra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2104. (71 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 700 kg more than 1987 Lada 2104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lada 2104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra 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, 1999 Seat Alhambra (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2104. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada 2104 | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Lada | Seat |
| Model | 2104 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
