1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (124 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 321 kg more than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
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, 2000 Seat Ibiza (235 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Seat |
| Model | Cutlass | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
