2008 Pontiac Torrent vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Torrent is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Torrent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Torrent (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac Torrent weights approximately 398 kg more than 1975 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Pontiac Torrent (340 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Torrent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac Torrent | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Seat |
| Model | Torrent | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
