1984 Seat Ibiza vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1984 Seat Ibiza. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1984 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 720 kg more than 1984 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (328 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Seat Ibiza. (98 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Seat Ibiza | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Ibiza | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |
