1984 Opel Ascona vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Ibiza (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 104 kg more than 1984 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Seat Ibiza (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Ascona | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Ascona | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
