1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo 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 Oldsmobile Trofeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 44 kg more than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo. 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 Oldsmobile Trofeo. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Seat |
| Model | Trofeo | Salsa |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1526 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
