1988 Opel Vectra vs. 1993 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1993 Seat Ibiza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Seat Ibiza (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 90 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Seat Ibiza (145 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 1993 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Vectra | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
