1990 Renault Alpine vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Renault Alpine. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 490 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Renault Alpine 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 Renault Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1990 Renault Alpine (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Alpine | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Alpine | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
