1988 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1999 Seat Alhambra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 476 kg more than 1999 Seat Alhambra. 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 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda. 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, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Seat |
| Model | Lagonda | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2830 mm |
