1991 Opel Astra vs. 1998 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1998 Seat Alhambra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Astra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 725 kg more than 1991 Opel Astra.
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, 1998 Seat Alhambra (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (169 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Opel Astra | 1998 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Astra | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
