1983 Renault 18 vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1983 Renault 18. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 157 kg more than 1983 Renault 18. 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, 2009 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 18. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault 18 | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 18 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
