1984 Buick Electra vs. 1996 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1996 Seat Ibiza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Ibiza (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 350 kg more than 1996 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, 1984 Buick Electra (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Ibiza. (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Ibiza. 1984 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1996 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 1996 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 1996 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Buick | Seat |
Model | Electra | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2450 mm |