1989 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2002 Seat Alhambra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1989 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 418 kg more than 1989 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Seat Alhambra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Mustang | 2002 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Mustang | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |