2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 844 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Alhambra | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Alhambra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
