1990 Chrysler GS vs. 2012 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Seat Altea is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chrysler GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chrysler GS would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chrysler GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chrysler GS (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Seat Altea. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler GS should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chrysler GS weights approximately 156 kg more than 2012 Seat Altea. 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, 2012 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chrysler GS. (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chrysler GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chrysler GS | 2012 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Chrysler | Seat |
| Model | GS | Altea |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
