1984 Audi 90 vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | 90 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
