1988 Saab 900i vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 900i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 900i would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 900i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 900i (135 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 900i should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 120 kg more than 1988 Saab 900i.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Seat Altea (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 900i. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 900i.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Saab 900i | 2003 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Saab | Seat |
| Model | 900i | Altea |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
