1989 Ford Capri vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Capri 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 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Ford Capri. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 634 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Capri | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Capri | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |