1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1994 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1994 Seat Ibiza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1994 Seat Ibiza. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 518 kg more than 1994 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, 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Ibiza. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Ibiza. 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1994 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 1994 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1994 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Seat |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |