2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 1978 Volvo 264
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 264. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 264 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 264 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 264 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 264 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 210 kg more than 1978 Volvo 264.
Because 1978 Volvo 264 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Volvo 264. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 264. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 264.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Alhambra | 1978 Volvo 264 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Alhambra | 264 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
