1984 Seat Ibiza vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 23 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 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1984 Seat Ibiza. (44 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1984 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 653 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.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Seat Ibiza. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Seat Ibiza | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Ibiza | V50 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
