1990 Ford Sierra vs. 1997 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1997 Seat Alhambra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Alhambra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 760 kg more than 1990 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Seat Alhambra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Seat Alhambra (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Sierra | 1997 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Sierra | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |