1989 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1999 Seat Alhambra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 447 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
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, 1999 Seat Alhambra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord. 1999 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Accord | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1198 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |