1999 Seat Alhambra vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1999 Seat Alhambra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (187 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 220 kg more than 1990 Volvo 960. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Volvo 960. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Seat Alhambra (270 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (263 Nm). This means 1999 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Alhambra | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Alhambra | 960 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
