1981 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1984 Seat Ibiza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1984 Seat Ibiza. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Honda Accord weights approximately 20 kg more than 1984 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Honda Accord (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Seat Ibiza. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Accord | 1984 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Accord | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1714 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |