1984 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 1984 Seat Ibiza

To start off, both 1984 Chevrolet Sprint and 1984 Seat Ibiza were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Seat Ibiza (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 235 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. 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, 1984 Seat Ibiza (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Chevrolet Sprint 1984 Seat Ibiza
Make Chevrolet Seat
Model Sprint Ibiza
Year Released 1984 1984
Engine Size 991 cc 1714 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 77 Nm 98 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 675 kg 910 kg
Vehicle Length 3590 mm 3640 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2460 mm