1984 Seat Ibiza vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 27 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1984 Seat Ibiza. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1984 Seat Ibiza.
Because 2011 Nissan Frontier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Seat Ibiza. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Seat Ibiza | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Seat | Nissan |
| Model | Ibiza | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
