1985 Ford Tempo vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Ford Tempo. (90 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Tempo weights approximately 36 kg more than 2009 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 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Tempo | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Tempo | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
