1988 Lada Samara vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Samara (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 170 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara.
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, 2008 Seat Ibiza (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Samara | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Lada | Seat |
Model | Samara | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |