1976 GMC Suburban vs. 1996 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1996 Seat Ibiza is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Ibiza (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1996 Seat Ibiza.
Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 GMC Suburban 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, 1976 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Ibiza. (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Ibiza. 1976 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1996 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 1996 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 GMC Suburban | 1996 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | GMC | Seat |
| Model | Suburban | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2450 mm |
