2003 Seat Altea vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 384 kg more than 1992 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Seat Altea | 1992 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Altea | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |