2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 1990 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 421 kg more than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Vauxhall Carlton 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 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. 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 (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton. (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Alhambra | 1990 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Seat | Vauxhall |
Model | Alhambra | Carlton |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2740 mm |