1985 Buick Electra vs. 1993 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1993 Seat Ibiza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Seat Ibiza (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 345 kg more than 1993 Seat Ibiza.
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, 1985 Buick Electra (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Ibiza. 1985 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1993 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 1993 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 1993 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Buick | Seat |
| Model | Electra | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2480 mm |
