1983 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2005 Seat Ibiza is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Ibiza (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1983 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Mustang weights approximately 43 kg more than 2005 Seat Ibiza.
Because 1983 Ford Mustang 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 1983 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Ibiza (235 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Mustang | 2005 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Mustang | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1142 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |