1989 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 18 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 369 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (159 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Accord | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
