1988 Renault 21 vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 21 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 545 kg more than 1988 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 21 | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 21 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
