1994 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Seat Altea is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (212 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Seat Altea. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 276 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.
Because 1994 Ford Mustang 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 1994 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Seat Altea, 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.
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1994 Ford Mustang | 2012 Seat Altea | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Mustang | Altea |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |