1986 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2001 Seat Ibiza is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (75 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Seat Ibiza. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 165 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
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, 2001 Seat Ibiza (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2001 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Escort | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
