1998 Ford Versailles vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1998 Ford Versailles is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Versailles is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Seat 124 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Ford Versailles. (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Versailles.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Versailles (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Versailles will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Versailles | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Versailles | 124 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
