1990 Audi V8 vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 338 kg more than 2008 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 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, 2008 Seat Altea (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi V8 | 2008 Seat Altea | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | V8 | Altea |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |