1988 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea.
Because 1988 Ford Falcon 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 1988 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1988 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Falcon | 2005 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Falcon | Altea |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
