1983 Dodge Charger vs. 2004 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2004 Seat Ibiza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Ibiza (63 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Charger weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Seat Ibiza.
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, 1983 Dodge Charger (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Charger | 2004 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Charger | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
