1983 Nissan Skyline vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Skyline 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 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 130 kg more than 1983 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Nissan Skyline 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 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Skyline | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Skyline | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
