1989 Ford RS 200 vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 474 kg more than 1989 Ford RS 200.
Because 2005 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford RS 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford RS 200 | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | RS 200 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 70 L |
