1979 Ford Granada vs. 1996 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1996 Seat Ibiza is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Ibiza (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 400 kg more than 1996 Seat Ibiza.
Because 1979 Ford Granada 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 1979 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Seat Ibiza, 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, 1979 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Ibiza. (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 1996 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Granada | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |
