1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1993 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1993 Seat Ibiza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Seat Ibiza (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 35 kg more than 1993 Seat Ibiza.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1993 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Sierra | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
