1989 Buick Riviera vs. 2001 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2001 Seat Alhambra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Riviera (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 141 kg more than 1989 Buick Riviera.
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, 1989 Buick Riviera (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Riviera | 2001 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Buick | Seat |
Model | Riviera | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |