2006 Seat Alhambra vs. 1984 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 520 kg more than 1984 Toyota Soarer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Soarer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Soarer. 1984 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2006 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2006 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Seat Alhambra | 1984 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Alhambra | Soarer |
Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |