1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 411 kg more than 2006 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Ibiza. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2006 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2006 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Seat |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
