1987 Volvo 240 vs. 2012 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Seat Altea is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 240 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2012 Seat Altea.
Because 1987 Volvo 240 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Volvo 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Seat Altea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Volvo 240 | 2012 Seat Altea | |
Make | Volvo | Seat |
Model | 240 | Altea |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |