1985 Renault Super 5 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 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 520 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Renault Super 5 | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Super 5 | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |