1984 Honda Prelude 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 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,827 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 Seat Ibiza. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Prelude weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Seat Ibiza. 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 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Ibiza. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Prelude | 1996 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Prelude | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1827 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 67.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 70.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |