1988 Ford Meteor vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Meteor | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Meteor | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |