1982 Renault 9 vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1982 Renault 9. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 365 kg more than 1982 Renault 9. 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, 2008 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 9. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 9 | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 9 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
